RIP Jan Morris

Harry_the_Spider

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Packed quite a lot into her 94 years.

I would recommend Coronation Everest if you like books about adventure.

Posted : 20/11/2020 6:57 pm

kelvin

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From 2016: An extraordinary life: Michael Palin meets Jan Morris

Hopefully the BBC will repeat the full Palin programme soon. Some examples of Morris’ TV work at that link though, and a brief biog.

Posted : 20/11/2020 7:07 pm

slackboy

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Big fan of her writing, particularly Hav.

Good obit here:

Posted : 20/11/2020 7:54 pm

sirromj

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I only really know of her because both her names are quite close to me.

Posted : 20/11/2020 8:00 pm

beiciwr64

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"From 2016: An extraordinary life: Michael Palin meets Jan Morris"
Appreciate the link,thank you.

Posted : 20/11/2020 8:03 pm

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Michael Palin did a great interview about her on PM (R4) this evening. A very full life.

Posted : 20/11/2020 8:07 pm

[Closed] RIP Jan Morris